Cleartext Password Exposure in IBM Tivoli Storage Products
CVE-2015-4949

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Key Information:

Vendor: IBM
Status: Tivoli Storage Manager For Databases Data Protection For Microsoft Sql Server; Tivoli Storage Manager For Mail Data Protection For Microsoft Exchange Server; Tivoli Storage Flashcopy Manager
Vendor: CVE Published:; 23 August 2015

What is CVE-2015-4949?

IBM Tivoli Storage Manager products risk exposing sensitive information due to the inclusion of cleartext passwords in exception messages. This vulnerability allows attackers with physical access to obtain passwords displayed on GUI pop-up windows, potentially compromising systems and sensitive data. It affects various IBM products designed for database management and email protection, necessitating caution and immediate updates to mitigate exploitation risks.

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